Syria arrests ex-military official in charge of notorious Sednaya prison
The official, Akram Salloum al-Abdullah, is accused of executing detainees, and other 'serious violations'.
Trump administration considering curbs on exports to China made with US software
Plan would include everything from laptops to jet engines, to retaliate against Beijing’s latest round of rare earth export restrictions
The Trump administration is considering a plan to curb a dizzying array of software-powered exports to China, from laptops to jet engines, to retaliate against Beijing’s latest round of rare earth export restrictions, according to a US official and three people briefed by US authorities.
While the plan is not the only option on the table, it would make good on Donald Trump’s threat earlier this month to bar “critical software” exports to China by restricting global shipments of items that contain US software or were produced using US software.
Continue reading...Louvre director acknowledges ‘terrible failure’ after €88m jewel heist
Laurence des Cars questioned by senators about daring daytime break-in at Paris museum
The director of the Louvre museum in Paris has acknowledged a “terrible failure” days after thieves took seven minutes to break in via a window and steal jewels worth €88m, admitting there was “highly insufficient” security camera coverage of the outside walls of the vast building.
Senators questioned Laurence des Cars about the spectacular heist in which four men used a truck with extendable ladder and furniture hoist to access a balcony, cut through a window and steal jewels from the ornate Apollo gallery during opening hours.
Continue reading...After ICJ ruling, can UN relief agency UNRWA resume full Gaza operations?
ICJ states Israel must allow aid into Gaza, ensuring food, water, medicine, and shelter for the Palestinian population.
Cameroon judges reject election-rigging complaints
Results will be announced on Monday, prolonging the uncertainty with the opposition claiming victory.
US conducts eighth strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat in the Pacific
The strike was the first to take place in the Pacific, signalling an expansion of Trump's military campaign.
ICJ tells Israel it must not use ‘starvation… as a method of warfare’
The ICJ warned Israel that it must do more to supply Palestinians in Gaza with food and other survival essentials.
Ukraine moves to buy scores of Saab Gripen fighters from Sweden – Breaking Defense
- Ukraine moves to buy scores of Saab Gripen fighters from Sweden Breaking Defense
- Ukraine could get 150 advanced Swedish fighter jets under just-signed deal CNN
- Ukraine war briefing: Ukrainians may get Gripen fighter jets bought with Russian money The Guardian
- Sweden and Ukraine eye export deal for up to 150 Gripen fighter jets Reuters
- What Are Gripen Fighter Jets and Why Does Ukraine Want Them From Sweden? The New York Times
Palestinians hold mass funeral for 54 unidentified prisoners
Palestinians prayed at a mass funeral for 54 prisoners Israel returned to Gaza under the new ceasefire.
China overtakes the US as Germany’s largest trading partner
Economists credit US President Donald Trump's tariff campaign with reducing trade between Germany and the US.
Louvre reopens after $102M crown jewel heist
The Louvre Museum re-opened three days after a daring daytime heist of eight pieces of France’s crown jewels.
King Charles should abdicate if he prays with the Pope, says Kyle Paisley – BBC
- King Charles should abdicate if he prays with the Pope, says Kyle Paisley BBC
- King lands in Rome for historic visit to meet Pope BBC
- King Charles profoundly understands his essential Christian function The Telegraph
- King Charles, Queen Camilla arrive in Italy: What to know about their historic Vatican visit ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- King Charles to be first reigning English monarch in 500 years to pray publicly with pope The Guardian
Israel’s parliament advances bill to annex occupied West Bank
The bill passed 25-24, despite opposition from PM Netanyahu, in the first of four votes it will face to become law.
ICJ says Israel must allow aid into blockaded Gaza, provide ‘basic needs’
In its advisory opinion, the UN's top court says Israel must support UN institutions, including UNRWA, with aid efforts.
Nuseirat 274
A harrowing account of an Israeli raid on the Nuseirat refugee camp to free four captives that killed 274 Palestinians.
‘Heist made it more exciting to go to the Louvre’: Tourists react as museum reopens
The famous Paris museum reopened on Wednesday, three days after millions of euros worth of jewellery stolen in broad daylight.
LIVE: Real Madrid vs Juventus – UEFA Champions League
Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, ahead of our text commentary stream of the UCL football tie.
North Korea fires ballistic missiles as Trump prepares for Asia trip – Reuters
- North Korea fires ballistic missiles as Trump prepares for Asia trip Reuters
- North Korea tested 'cutting-edge' weapons system on Wednesday, KCNA reports Reuters
- North Korea launches ballistic missiles days before Trump's visit to the peninsula Fox News
- North Korea says its latest missile tests demonstrate a new hypersonic system NBC News
- North Korea has fired a ballistic missile toward the east, Seoul says Politico
LIVE: Trump to host NATO chief as Putin meeting collapses
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte visits the US as Trump proposes freezing the battle lines in the Russia-Ukraine war.
Where might the stolen Louvre jewels end up; will the robbers be caught?
French police are expected to scour security footage in an attempt to identify the suspects.